Best Tent Camping near Kapa‘a, HI

Recent Tent Reviews in Kapa‘a

90 Reviews of 15 Kapa‘a Campgrounds

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  Benjamin M.

  Scout

  

  Jan. 12, 2024

  Wiliwili Camp

  Great experience?!

  It was a great experience for all us. Nice scenic view of the camp.

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  Paul W.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 12, 2023

  Polihale State Park Campground

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  Matthew F.

  Scout

  

  Jan. 10, 2023

  Salt Pond Beach Park

  Terrible, loud campground

  Do not stay at this campground if you have any intention of having a peaceful, quiet evening of camping. This might not happen all the time, but the night we went (Monday) they were blasting music very late into the evening and there were children blowing up fireworks everywhere.

  I’m happy with people having a fun evening, but at least put the campground more than 50 feet away from an apparently major gathering place for locals.

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  Catherine N.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 19, 2022

  Kumu Camp

  Nice campgrounds

  We stayed in a bungalow 7. After camping for 5 days we wanted to stay in a cabin. They do have hot water but it does run out, so try to get their earlier in the evening. They have electric plugs in the common area but I found it to be slow. Love the beach. There are stray cats and neighborhood dogs roaming around. There is an outdoor communal kitchen which is nice too. The host is a nice lady. Anahola Beach is lovely, I camped there too.

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  Catherine N.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 19, 2022

  Salt Pond Beach Park

  Would not stay or visit again

  I had a reservation there for five days but only stayed one night. There is a big homeless encampment here. Lots of adults and children live here. It’s very loud, dirty. There were other campers here but everyone didn’t come out of their tents. I heard campers asking the people who lived here to not touch their things. It was also super sunny here. I wouldn’t leave anything out. I really didn’t feel safe or comfortable here. Check out Anahola or Kumu. Or even Anini instead

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  Catherine N.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 11, 2022

  Anahola Beach Park

  Loved this camp ground

  I was only able to get a two day permit and this place was my fav. You can drive up to your camping spot and be right on the ocean. I loved it. Bathrooms were clean and close by, beach was lovely. Will def visit again

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  Rene R.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 16, 2022

  Kalalau Trail Camping — Nāpali Coast State Wilderness Park

  Best campground ever

  If you make it to Kalalau Beach, you will be rewarded with an amazing location and direct beach access in front of a stunning landscape. Access to the Kalalau Valley for exploring is easy from here. At the very end of the trail, there is a waterfall for access to water and taking a shower. Simply breathtaking, but you’ll have to work to make it there. There are outhouses too, but they’re very basic. You might find this site helpful as well: https://www.hikingkalalau.com.

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  Hannah S.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 24, 2021

  Kumu Camp

  Great spot right on Anahola Bay!

  Easy to book online ahead of time, reliable to find camp spots even day-of. Clean bathroom/showers, very friendly camp hosts. Right at the water and reasonably priced! We were there in a camper van.

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  Jen C.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 24, 2021

  Anini Beach Park

  Kaua'i county camping rocks

  We have our tent set up under huge trees, next to the beach and it is gorgeous! This is tent camping at it's best. Bathrooms were well stocked and mostly clean. The other campers were quiet and respectful. We loved it. The showers are outdoors and not heated. But we swam with turtles and snorkeling was good!

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  Gwenn S.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 23, 2021

  Polihale State Park Campground

  Gorgeous, but windy

  We lived staying here - quiet, expansive, easy to find your own space on the beach (with four wheel drive especially, just keep going!) but it was pretty windy. Not sure how normal that is.

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  Jon

  Scout

  

  Dec. 31, 2020

  Hā’ena State Park

  Awesome

  Camping here was incredible, right on the coast and close to the trails to beat the crowds.

  I will camp here again.

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 11, 2020

  Koaie Primitive - Kokee State Park - Kauai

  So beautiful!

  You constantly feel like you’re in a painting when in Kauai. This place amplifies that by 10. I thought the Grand Canyon was beautiful, and then I saw this.

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 11, 2020

  Salt Pond Beach Park

  Gorgeous

  We didn’t camp here but we came for the day. It was absolutely gorgeous! The hike was something out of a movie. I’ll come back here one day.

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 11, 2020

  Lucy Wright Beach Park

  Day spot

  I highly recommend not camping here. We went for the day and it was pretty dirty. The waterfall is unreal though, that’s why we were there!

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 11, 2020

  Polihale State Park Campground

  Amazing

  Beautiful beach spot. I highly recommend just spending the day here. Camping is very close together and tourists are always walking close by.

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 11, 2020

  Kalalau Trail Camping — Nāpali Coast State Wilderness Park

  Amazing

  This was my favorite hike in Hawaii. It was so beautiful I felt like I was in a movie! Make sure to bring lots of water and even a water pump or life straw, we ran out of water and thought we had brought too much initially. Also have a snack, I didn’t eat that day and my legs started shaking quite a bit.

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 11, 2020

  Hā’ena State Park

  Beautiful

  I’m almost certain that this campsite is marked twice on the map. It’s an awesome local spot!

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 11, 2020

  Hā’ena State Park

  Local spot

  A local had showed us this spot and raved about all of his memories made here. It’s was so beautiful and perfect for camping. The people who were there already were so friendly we ended up hanging out with them for a while.

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 11, 2020

  Anini Beach Park

  Best camping

  This is hands down the best camping you’ll find. It’s close to the water, dispersed, and absolutely breathtaking! I’ll come back here one day and maybe never leave.

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 11, 2020

  Anahola Beach Park

  Beautiful

  Gorgeous spot to come see the water. We actually met a couple who had just got married here. We became lifelong friends with them, even to this day. They’ve come across the country to stay with us, this place will always have a place in my heart.

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 11, 2020

  Lydgate State Park Campground

  Beautiful!

  We saw sea turtles at this beach. It was ok as far as camping. Everyone is pretty close together and tourists are always walking around and close by you. I wouldn’t say it’s ideal but it’s an experience.

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 11, 2020

  Kauai County Niumalu Park

  Gorgeous

  All of Kauai is absolutely astonishing. This little hike to the mini falls is so beautiful. You really tone in with nature on this hike, it’s a must do!

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 11, 2020

  Hanamaulu Beach Park

  Amazing

  This Beach is absolutely amazing! We came here twice on our trip and fell in love with the scenery and the people. We saw sea turtles who came up to me and swam with me. The fish are all used to people as well so it’s just a really cool experience all together!

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  Jonathan G.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 27, 2020

  Kalalau Trail Camping — Nāpali Coast State Wilderness Park

  Epic hike

  Kalalau is one of the best backpacking trips in the country. Please be respectful of the land and of others. The first part to the beach can be crowded with day hikers but the crowd thins out after that. Great views all the way!

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  Jonathan G.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 27, 2020

  Hā’ena State Park

  Tropical paradise

  I love Kauai so any place camping on the garden isle is great in my book. Snorkeling is good around here and be sure to hit the Kalalau too.

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  Julie D.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 25, 2020

  Wiliwili Camp

  Gorgeous & remote, be careful of the river rising!

  As others have said, the hike in and out of the canyon is not easy.  But the reward is being totally isolated and quiet down in the canyon.  So gorgeous!

  The main thing that we learned the hard way is that the river that is near the campground can become impassable after a rainstorm.  We left our camp to go for a day hike further into the canyon, and crossed the river with no issue.  There was a downpour while we were on the other side of the river, and weren't able to cross back to get to our camp.  We had to spend the night on the other side where thankfully there was another shelter.  Luckily we had some food and our water filter and hammocks, and someone left a brand new sleeping bag that we used to keep warm.  We were able to cross back over the next morning.

  Also, our car got broken into where we left it parked on the road.  Dont leave anything valuable in the car!

  Despite being stranded and getting our car broken into, we also got engaged in the canyon...so this was definitely my most memorable backpacking trip.

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  Tonya D.

  Scout

  

  Feb. 11, 2020

  Anini Beach Park

  Amazing views right from your tent!

  We camped here off and on for a couple weeks.  We absolutely LOVED that we could camp as close to the ocean as we were able to, especially on such a beautiful bay.  This was also a wonderful bay to swim in.  Most of the cleared tent spaces also have a large picnic table nearby to use.  We were advised to pull our tent back for 1 night when the ocean levels were supposed to be extra high.  If you're friendly with the locals (who are friendly and pretty much live in the park) they may help you out with info and advice. The roosters were louder and started earlier here that any other place we stayed.  We loved them but others may find this annoying.  Showers were outdoors and semi-private.  We recommend having someone guard the entrance if you're at all worried about it.  We camped here at the end of December / beginning of January when the weather is extremely unpredictable.  It was QUITE an adventure to say the least - but we LOVE a Great adventure! Make sure your tent is VERY wind & water proof.  And know that if you do want the view right from your tent, you will have to carry your gear for a couple minutes since you can't drive right up to where you'll set up your tent.  

  Make sure you get your camping permit well ahead of your trip!!!